Zhi Hao and his four Black shadows delved deeper into the Shadow Labyrinth. The dark, twisting corridors were lined with ancient carvings, their meanings obscured by the passage of time. The oppressive atmosphere made every step feel heavier.“Master,” Black 1 whispered, “this place is not as it seems. I can sense hidden energies, as if a massive formation is protecting this area.”Zhi Hao nodded. “Stay alert. Do not move on your own without my command.”At the end of the corridor, they emerged into a large hall filled with people. In the center, a small platform stood where a man dressed in black addressed the crowd.“Welcome to the Shadow Labyrinth,” the man said, his voice echoing through the room. “Here, information is everything. If you have something to sell or seek the secrets of this world, you’ve come to the right place.”People began stepping forward, offering artifacts, scrolls, and even living witnesses in exchange for valuabl

Boom!The clash between the two created a massive explosion that shook the ground.Zhi Hao moved his hands swiftly, creating a whirlpool of lightning to block the creature's attack. However, the Dark Soul Puppet did not retreat. With brutal strength, it countered, forcing Zhi Hao to expend even more energy.Black 1 through Black 4 joined the battle, attempting to strike the creature from various sides. Yet, each attack seemed only to make the creature angrier."Young Master, this isn't working. This creature is too strong!" Black 2 shouted.Zhi Hao furrowed his brow. "This creature is made from dark soul energy. The only way to defeat it is to destroy the energy core inside its body."Quickly, Zhi Hao jumped onto the creature, avoiding its claws and brutal strikes. He placed his hand directly on its chest, focusing all his energy into one point."Roar of Sky Lightning!""Zap!"A massive flash of lightni

The corridor was long and dark, illuminated only by faint glowing runes carved into its ancient walls. A heavy aura of antiquity hung in the air, amplifying their every step.“Be cautious,” Zhi Hao warned. “The Hao Clan was notorious for its complex traps and defensive mechanisms. This place is likely no different.”No sooner had the words left his mouth than a faint buzzing sound filled the corridor, followed by a hail of arrows shooting from the walls.“Watch out!” Black 1 shouted, yanking Black 4 back just in time to avoid the deadly projectiles.Zhi Hao reacted swiftly, summoning a barrier of lightning that shielded the group from further harm. Once the arrows ceased, he surveyed the area, his eyes sharp and focused.“These mechanisms may be ancient, but they’re still fully operational,” he muttered. “Whatever lies ahead, they clearly wanted to protect it.”After navigating through a series of traps, they finally arrived at a

A powerful wave of energy shook the air, sounding like thunder striking the sky. Zhi Hao quickened his pace, following the increasingly intense vibrations. His presence in this forest was no accident. He had detected the movements of two major sects moving around the forest, and the energy vibrations signaled that a great battle was underway."This is the perfect opportunity," Zhi Hao whispered to himself.Although he knew it was not the right time to get involved in the large-scale conflict between the sects, his overwhelming curiosity drove him to act. Zhi Hao felt that there was something far more significant at stake here—something that could either benefit him or destroy his plans if he wasn’t careful.In the distance, the two groups were already in combat. They fought with incredible skills, their energies clashing, creating explosions that shook the earth around them. Zhi Hao watched intently from behind the large trees, analyzing their tactics.The first group, the Sky Dragon

With his newly enhanced strength, Zhi Hao and his four subordinates—Black 1 through Black 4—resumed their journey. They left behind the forest that had been their battlefield, the ruins bearing silent testimony to Zhi Hao's formidable power.As they walked, Zhi Hao reflected on the cryptic messages he had discovered at the Silk Pavilion. Clues about his family’s whereabouts were beginning to form a clearer picture.“The Hao Clan,” he thought, the name echoing in his mind, stirring a mix of curiosity and hope. Could that be where he truly came from? Were his family members still alive, or had they become forgotten remnants of history?The group arrived at a narrow path leading to a small village at the forest's edge. The village appeared quiet, with only a few people moving about. Yet something felt off—an aura, faint but powerful, lingered in the air.Zhi Hao stopped. “Something’s wrong here,” he said, his tone calm yet sharp.The four Black warriors immediately assumed defensive stan